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Hey - I’m Trent, your host of the Reel Turf Techs podcast. Have you ever found yourself asking, “is there a podcast that focuses on the equipment manager’s unique roles and challenges?” Have you wondered what the high-end course or the tech down the road does at their facility? Would you like to hear the latest tips and tricks from around the globe? And do you want to know where the industry is headed next, direct from equipment manufacturers? Then my friend, you’re in the right place. As yo ...
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to Episode 121 of the Reel Turf Techs Podcast! Today we’re chatting with Jody Farber, West Coast Regional Territory Manager for the Foley Company. Jody supports Foley grinders and Air2G2 aerifiers, bringing a wealth of real-world experience to the table. Jody's journey began with an enjoyment of golf in high school, …
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to Episode 120 of the Reel Turf Techs Podcast! Join us for an episode of Frankly Speaking, as host Frank Rossi, Ph.D. sits down with our own Trent Manning, (CTEM), to discuss the intricacies and evolution of turf equipment management. The conversation spans the role of technology in turf management, effective communi…
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to Episode 119 of the Reel Turf Techs Podcast! 🎙️ Today, we're chatting with Terry Appel, Equipment Manager at Overbrook Golf Club in Villanova, PA. Founded in 1900, Overbrook Golf Club boasts a rich history as an 18-hole private club. Typically accompanied by one assistant in the shop (though currently on the lookou…
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome back to Episode 118 of the Reel Turf Techs Podcast! Two years after our first conversation with Skip Heinz, CTEM, Equipment and Facilities Manager at Royal Poinciana Golf Club in Naples, FL, we're diving deep into everything we missed the first time and exploring the state of the turf equipment management industry ov…
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to Episode 117 of the Reel Turf Techs Podcast! Today, we're joined by Nate Lyon, the equipment manager at The Club at Indian Creek in Elkhorn, NE. Indian Creek, a public 27-hole facility and the proud host of the Korn Ferry Tour's Pinnacle Bank Championship, is the latest stop on Nate’s path through the turf industry…
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to Episode 116 of the Reel Turf Techs Podcast! We’re diving into the whirlwind journey of Brian Harper, Equipment Manager at Pendleton Golf Club in Fredericksburg, VA. Pendleton, an 18-hole public facility, serves as the backdrop for Brian's unique story. Get ready for a tale straight out of an 80s movie as Brian tak…
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to Episode 115 of the Reel Turf Techs Podcast! Meet Brian Knoche, the Equipment Manager at Lost Rail Golf Club in Gretna, NE. Lost Rail, a private 18-hole par 71 designed by Scott Hoffman, sets the stage for Brian's unique journey in turf management. Leaving behind his parents' vision of him becoming an electrician, …
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Send us a Text Message. Live from the 2024 GCSAA Conference and Trade Show in Phoenix, Episode 114 brings you a dynamic lineup featuring 8 great guests including several Melrose Equipment Manager Experience alumni. Join our host as he explores the week's highlights, covering education, trade show discoveries, interactive facility tours, networking,…
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to Episode 113 of the Reel Turf Techs Podcast! Today, we're in conversation with Tyler Barrett, the Southeast Regional Sales Manager for Foley Company, based out of South Florida. Tyler's journey is a dynamic one, starting at the age of 16 lugging bags and cleaning clubs at his local golf course. Formerly the Equipme…
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to Episode 112 of the Reel Turf Techs Podcast! Today, we're diving into the world of turf management with Andy White, Equipment Manager at Bluemound Golf and Country Club in Wauwatosa, WI. Bluemound, a private 18-hole gem, serves as Andy's playground, where he operates as the lone tech in the shop, occasionally joine…
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to Episode 111 of the Reel Turf Techs Podcast! We’re in conversation with Jeff Lumaquin, the Equipment Manager at the California Golf Club of San Francisco. Join us as we explore the ins and outs of maintaining this private 18-hole gem nestled on 200 acres in the picturesque Bay Area. Jeff, a father of five and a vet…
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to Episode 110 of the Reel Turf Techs Podcast! In this episode, we chat with Mark Thomas, Equipment Manager at the Country Club of Lincoln in Nebraska. Mark's been the lone tech in the shop for an impressive 15 years at this 18-hole private club established in 1903. From starting on the golf course as a teenager to b…
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Send us a Text Message. Join us in Episode 109 as we chat with Michael Henderson, the Equipment Manager at Pebble Beach Golf Links in Pebble Beach, CA. Michael, the sole tech in the shop, manages a predominantly Toro equipment arsenal. In this episode, he takes us behind the scenes, sharing insights into tournament preparation at Pebble Beach from …
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Send us a Text Message. Join our host as he hangs out with Certified Turf Equipment Managers Bryan Epland and Jordan Roth. They recap the ins and outs of Trent’s Nebraska shop tours and the 2023 NGCSA Symposium in Lincoln, Nebraska - from Jordan's cool Milwaukee tools to the mystery of the 'funnel Christmas tree.' Get the lowdown on why Nebraska's …
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Send us a Text Message. Episode 107: Meet Justin Wilkerson, the Equipment Manager at Wapika Ranch Golf Course in Piney, WY. This one-of-a-kind course is a privately-owned 9-hole gem, with another 9 in the works, nestled amidst the rugged beauty of Wyoming and a 6000 acre cattle ranch. Justin stands alone in the shop, tending to a fleet of mainly To…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Reel Turf Techs Podcast, we're joined by Scott Martin, Recreation Manager at Cross Creek Golf Course in Atlanta, GA. Cross Creek is a unique 18 Hole Par 3 Golf Course spanning roughly 20 acres, nestled within a condominium association. With a small team of 2-3 employees handling golf course maintenance…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Reel Turf Techs Podcast, we sit down with Chris Hyman, Equipment Manager at Cobblestone Creek Country Club in Victor, NY. Chris is the sole technician in the shop, overseeing all equipment maintenance. Chris's journey in the turf industry is marked by diverse roles, from assistant to superintendent to …
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Send us a Text Message. Join us on Reel Turf Techs for an exclusive episode featuring turf career expert Tyler Bloom. In this concise yet comprehensive guide, Tyler shares essential tips for aspiring equipment managers. Learn the art of crafting standout resumes and cover letters, and master the art of acing interviews with industry-specific techni…
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to the Reel Turf Techs Podcast! In this exciting episode, we are thrilled to have Seth Sheldon, the Equipment Manager at the prestigious Oakland Hills Country Club in Bloomfield, Michigan, as our guest. Seth's journey into the world of turf management is a story of passion, dedication, and mentorship. Seth's journey …
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to the Reel Turf Techs Podcast! In this episode, we are thrilled to have Jon Watson, a Certified Turf Equipment Manager (CTEM) and the Equipment Manager at the prestigious Wycliffe Country Club in Palm Beach, Florida, as our guest. Jon's journey into the world of turf management is a true testament to hard work and d…
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to Episode 101 of Reel Turf Techs! In this milestone episode, we have the privilege of sitting down with a true luminary in the turf industry: Jeff Drake, the Global Product Marketing Manager at the Toro Company. Jeff's journey from humble beginnings as a caddie to becoming a driving force in turf innovation spans an…
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Send us a Text Message. Join us for a special 100th episode of the Reel Turf Techs Podcast! Host Trent Manning, a Certified Turf Equipment Manager (CTEM), is interviewed by his good buddy Tony Bevolo, also a CTEM. They'll discuss milestones, memories, and the amazing journey of turf equipment managers. Thank you, Reel Turf Techs community, for your…
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Send us a Text Message. Join Jordan Roth, Equipment Manager at Champions Run, as he shares his expertise in golf course equipment management on "The Reel Turf Techs Podcast." Jordan not only oversees the prestigious private club but also lends his skills to Eagle Run Golf Course, a public 18-hole facility owned by the same organization. Discover hi…
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Send us a Text Message. Join us on the Reel Turf Techs Podcast as we chat with Danny McConnell, the Technical Sales Support Manager for Bernhard and Company. From his humble beginnings in Illinois to his role in the turf industry, Danny shares his journey from a local golf course to equipment management and beyond. Gain valuable insights and practi…
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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to the Reel Turf Techs Podcast! In this episode, we chat with Erin Miller, the assistant equipment manager at TPC Piper Glen. Erin's father was her mentor, nurturing her love for equipment from a young age. Join us as Erin shares her journey, insights, and passion for our industry. Discover the world of golf course e…
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Send us a Text Message. Greg Womble, Equipment Manager at Hasentree Club in Wake Forest, North Carolina, disassembled his mom’s Electrolux vacuum cleaner to make a hovercraft. He knew at a young age he liked to take things apart. His Dad took him to a Deere tractor dealer at a young age and he thought I wanted to work here. So, after college he sta…
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Send us a Text Message. Mitch Hunt, Equipment Manager at Traverse City Country Club in Traverse City, MI fell in love with turning wrenches at a young age. He started working on dirt bikes when he was five. He retired from owning a Yamaha Marine dealership and found he was getting bored. He answered an ad in the local newspaper that his friend show…
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Send us a Text Message. We set down and talk with Dr. Derek Houtz of TerraRad Tech and Jamie Sharp with taskTracker about their L-band radiometer (turfRad). It senses how much moisture is in the soil. The amount of water in the soil changes the amplitude of the emitted microwaves, allowing them to calculate the volumetric soil moisture. The sensor …
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Send us a Text Message. Jason Fontana. CTEM, Turf Equipment Manager at Desert Mountain Golf Club in Scottsdale, AZ worked with his grandfather in an auto shop in the summers when he was a kid. He always enjoyed taking things apart and putting them back together. He started working for a company doing irrigation on a golf course and found his way to…
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Send us a Text Message. Tim Johnson, also known as TJ, Equipment Manager at Arrowhead Golf Club in Wheaton, Illinois, grew up on a farm. There was not enough on the farm to support him so he turned to factory work. It didn’t take him long to decide factory work was not for him. After a layoff, he found himself helping out at a golf course. 44 years…
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Send us a Text Message. Christopher Fogg, Turf Equipment Manager at The Richmond Golf Club in Southwest London started walking dogs and ended up at a golf course working on equipment. He spent 10 years as a greenkeeper before coming into the shop. Hear from one of the Melrose Equipment Management Experience recipients. Tweet us @ReelTurfTechs and @…
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Send us a Text Message. Glenn Peters, Equipment Manager at North Shore Country Club in Glenview, Illinois, found he could make money by repairing old equipment and selling it. He started his career at a hardware store and found himself at a golf course working as a mechanic in 1986. Peters fell in love with the variety that we see at the golf cours…
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Send us a Text Message. Daniel Heinze, CTEM, Equipment Manager at Kansas City Country Club in Mission Hills KS, found a love for turf equipment from his dad, who was Toro salesman. Daniel went to K State where he found that being an engineer was not for him. He switched majors to agronomy and started down the path to become a superintendent. He tra…
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Send us a Text Message. Burke Anders started working at a Phillips 66 filling station when he was a young man. Now he is the equipment manager at Columbia Country Club in Blythewood, SC. Anders spent many years traveling the Carolinas while working for Smith Turf and Irrigation, the Toro distributor for that area, as a mobile service technician. He…
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Send us a Text Message. Matt Radatz, CTEM, equipment manager at Hawks Landing Golf Club in Verona, WI, started at the age of 15 working on a golf course for his dad, who was the superintendent. Matt quickly learned the ropes on equipment. He worked through EMCP levels one and two. He earned certified turf equipment manager status this summer. He is…
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Send us a Text Message. Bob Smith, Equipment Manager at PGA Frisco Golf Course in Frisco, TX, worked in construction most of his life before getting into club fitting. He heard about the amazing property that would be PGA Frisco and had to be a part of it. He started working in the shop during construction of the course and shortly became equipment…
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Send us a Text Message. Our host, Trent Manning, CTEM recaps his trip across Wisconsin with Austin Wright, CTEM. He started at Chicago Golf Club where he met Tony Nunes. Then, stopped by Medina to see Brian Bressler. He spoke a Kenosha Country Club for the Wisconsin Chapter of GCSAA. Next he spent the day with Austin Wright. CTEM at Sand Valley Gol…
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Send us a Text Message. Bill Ledford, equipment manager at River Bend YMCA Golf Club in Shelby, NC, grew up working at a filling station owned by his parents. His mother taught him at a young age the value of treating people the way you want to be treated. Bill is one of those guys you meet once and feel like you have known him your whole life. For…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode we are taking to Scott Griffith, CGCS, Director of Agronomy at University of Georgia Golf Course. He has a new respect for Equipment Managers after he lost his to a nonwork related injury. He had to step in and run the shop for 2 months until Mickey Wilson returned. Tweet us @ReelTurfTechs and @MTrentManning …
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